Newly updated! The Public Policy Toolkit from the NLN equips nurses and nurse educators with the tools, strategies, and knowledge needed to build relationships with policymakers, participate in grassroots efforts, and engage in activities such as voter registration and public testimony to influence policy.

This free resource emphasizes the importance of evidence-informed policymaking to minimize bias and empower policymakers. The toolkit features detailed and informative sections on: 

• Building nursing’s power through advocacy
• Building nursing’s power at the policy table
• Evidence-informed health policymaking
• Public policy for nurse educators 

Additional resources include examples of modules and content for health policy courses to be taught in nursing schools, and objectives and assignments across educational levels from BSN to doctoral programs. 

Download the Toolkit